Spare, the 2023 memoir by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex:

Explores Harry’s life as the “spare” heir alongside Prince William, shaped by grief, public scrutiny, and identity struggles.

• Covers:

  • His childhood trauma and the death of his mother, Princess Diana

  • His military service in Afghanistan and mental health challenges

  • Tense relationships with his father, King Charles III, and brother William, including a physical altercation in 2019

  • The media’s intrusion and the motivations behind stepping back from royal duties

  • His relationship with Meghan Markle and life in California